Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Smithfield, nc & Johnston County

Annette Lee

Annette Lee

Jun 24, 2021

The Obituary Annette Watson Lee was born in Smithfield, North Carolina on October 16, 1930, to Vera Watson and George W. Thomlinson. She departed this life on Thursday, June 24, 2021, in Wilson County Memorial Hospital. Annette attended Johnston County Public Schools and graduated in June 1949. Annette married the late Alphonso Lee on December 6, 1951. Shortly thereafter, they...

Eula Pearl Carter

Eula Pearl Carter

Jun 22, 2021

There was a Great Roll call in Heaven Monday, June 22, 2021, for thosewho had reached the finishing line from earth to heaven. Eula Watson Carter'sname was on that roll.Eula was born June 7, 1928, to the late Reverend James Galloway andMeta H. Watson. She was the fourth child of nine siblings. She was preceded indeath by four brothers (Alonzo...

Andrew " Big Joe" Lynn Edwards

Andrew " Big Joe" Lynn Edwards

Jun 21, 2021

Andrew Lynn Edwards (Big Joe) of 603 Temple Street Selma, N.C passed away on Monday, June 21, 2021. Andrew is the son of late Robert Ernest and Blossie Mae Edwards of Selma, N.C. Andrew is survived by one son, Andrew Lynn Edwards III, a longtime partner Shirley McFadgen for 40 years, eleven siblings: Jacqueline E. Jones, Ernestine Edwards, Raiford L....

Vivian Bryant Shepherd

Vivian Bryant Shepherd

Jun 20, 2021

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Vivian Bryant Carpenter Shepherd, 80, of Selma, NC. Mrs. Shepherd passed away Sunday, June 20, 2021, in Raleigh, NC at UNC Rex Hospital. Arrangements have been entrusted to RL Sanders Funeral home, Smithfield, NC.Mrs. Shepherd was born on March 28, 1941, in Wayne County, NC to the late Willie Norman and...

Frank Aaron "Shine" Blackshell

Frank Aaron "Shine" Blackshell

Jun 19, 2021

Frank (Shine) Aaron Jr. was granted his angel wings on June 19, 2021 at Wake Memorial Hospital, in Raleigh North Carolina.Frank was born November 19, to the late Mae Berry Blackshell and Frank Aaron in Smithfield, North Carolina.He attended Smithfield-Salma High School, where he was a graduate in the class of 1980. Frank went on to continue his education at...

Tomegue Nickell Lassiter

Tomegue Nickell Lassiter

Jun 18, 2021

Tomegue Nickell Lassiter (Meeka) was born January 11, 1973, in Johnson County to the late Alice Lassiter Stokes and Isaiah Dawes. Meeka transitioned from earth to heaven on Friday, June 18, 2021, in Smithfield at UNC Johnston Health. Meeka attended Smithfield Selma High School in Smithfield, NC (C/O 1991) She worked in the home health field until her health declined....

Gary Edmundson

Gary Edmundson

Jun 16, 2021

After a strong and fearless fight, God called Gary Edmundson to His eternal rest on Wednesday, June 16, 2021, at Johnston UNC Health Hospital in Smithfield, NC. Gary Edmundson was born January 30, 1968, in Micro, NC to the late JamesEdmundson and Beatrice Stewart Edmundson. Gary received his early education from Micro Elementary School and received his high school diploma...

Corey Stanley Sanders

Corey Stanley Sanders

Jun 12, 2021

Corey Stanley Sanders transitioned unexpectedly this earthly life on Saturday, June 12,2021. Corey was the youngest of five children born to John and Karen Sanders on August 26,1989 in Garner, North Carolina. During his formative years, he attended schools in the WakeCounty Public School System and graduated high school from Friendship Christian School,Raleigh, NC.Corey's maternal and paternal grandparents, the Reverend...

Flossie Mae Williams Avery

Flossie Mae Williams Avery

Jun 10, 2021

Many women have done wonderful things…but a woman who fears the LORD, shall be praised. Proverbs 31:29-30On Thursday afternoon, June 10, 2021, God looked down from above and touched our dearly beloved Fossie. God saw that she was getting tried, so He gently closed her loving eyes and whispered "Peace Be Thine"Flossie Mae Williams Avery was born on October 10,...

Charles Aaron Lee

Charles Aaron Lee

Jun 8, 2021

Funeral Service:Sunday, June 1312:00 PMRed Hill United Church of Christ10412 Buffalo RdClayton, NC 27527Interment:Sunday, June 13Lee Family CemeterySelma, NC

Mariame Robinson

Mariame Robinson

Jun 8, 2021

Visitation:Thursday, June 24 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM St. Augustine's Catholic Church1419 V. St. NWWashington, DC Funeral Mass:Thursday, June 24 11:00 AM St. Augustine Catholic Church1419 V. St. NWWashington, DC 27576

James Aaron Joyner

James Aaron Joyner

May 29, 2021

lnterment with Full Military HonorsFriday, June 0412:00 PMEastern Carolina Veterans State Cemetery164 Long Plant Farm Rd.Goldsboro, NC

Barry "Slim" Cottle

Barry "Slim" Cottle

May 28, 2021

Memorial Service:Saturday, July 106:00 PM to 7:00 PMSanders Funeral Home Chapel806 E Market StSmithfield, NC 27577(919) 934-8416Barry W. Cottle was born on November 12, 1971, to Jimmy Wright Cottle and Vickie Mae Capps Coats. He departed this earthly life on May 28, 2021.After attending school, Barry worked most of his life in construction until he relocated to Columbia, SC. He...

William Roby Bryant

William Roby Bryant

May 28, 2021

Mr. Bryant was born on July 10, 1938 and passed away on Friday, May 28, 2021.Mr. Bryant was a resident of 208 Austin St. Four Oaks, North Carolina at the time of passing.

Sylvester Williams

Sylvester Williams

May 26, 2021

Graveside Service:Saturday, June 05 10:00 AMSunsetSmithfield, NC 2757

Charles Linwood Hinton

Charles Linwood Hinton

May 23, 2021

Mr. Charles Linwood Hinton was born September 17, 1944, in Wake County, NC to the late Mr. Thomas Hinton and the late Susie Mattie Hinton. He departed this earthly life on May 23, 2021.Charles attended Richard B. Harrison School. He had various jobs throughout his life. He enjoyed being with his family and friends.Charles leaves to cherish his memories: his...

Victor Manuel Colindres Cordons

Victor Manuel Colindres Cordons

May 21, 2021

Graveside ServiceSaturday, June 1210:00 AMSunsetSmithfield, NC 27577

Elizabeth Leola Degraffenried

Elizabeth Leola Degraffenried

May 20, 2021

Visitation:Saturday, June 052:00 PM to 6:00 PMSanders Funeral Home Chapel806 E Market StSmithfield, NC 27577(919) 934-8416Funeral Service:Sunday, June 0612:00 PMBurning Bush Tabernacle714 US hwy 70Smithfield, NC 27577

Moses Lemon

Moses Lemon

May 19, 2021

For we know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, a house not made with hands,eternal in the heavens. (II Corinthians 5:1)Moses Davis, son of the late Harry Davis and Flora Grace, was born on December 23, 1953, in Bennettsville, South Carolina. He was called home on May 19, 2021.Moses attended...

Annie ''Sweetie' Victoria Manning Moore

Annie ''Sweetie' Victoria Manning Moore

May 17, 2021

Annie V. Manning Moore, the daughter of the late Joseph Manning and Floral Lee Manning of Fayetteville, NC, was born on November 5, 1925. She departed this earthly life on May 17, 2021, peacefully at her home in Smithfield, NC.Annie, known as "Sweetie or Sweets" attended Johnston County Public Schools and later worked at K.R. Edwards Tobacco Company.In her younger...